About
Wilkie is a technical textile manufacturer that makes the extraordinary happen. We apply advanced textile technology to develop innovations for industry-leading businesses and the customers they serve with care, quality and attention to detail.
150 years of extraordinary innovation
Since 1868, Wilkie has been dedicated to meeting the needs of our customers and our customers’ customers. Driven by a spirit of innovation and curiosity, we continually develop new materials to solve complex, application-focused problems across industries.
Today, Wilkie stands as a global leader in industrial materials and technical textiles. Our head office and largest manufacturing site is in Scotland, supported by our manufacturing facility in China. We collaborate with you to revolutionise your end product through extraordinary textile technology.
The Wilkie Approach
Whether refining an existing product or developing something entirely new, we work in close partnership with industry leaders to address their most advanced technical needs and aspirations for today and tomorrow.
Building Wilkie
From our beginnings in Scotland over 150 years ago, Wilkie has always been driven by progress. What started as a family business in 1868 has since evolved into a global leader in industrial materials and technical textiles.
Our values
Customer Commitment: We put our customers at the heart of everything we do, building lasting partnerships through trust and performance
Powered by People: We champion the well-being, safety, and success of our people — the foundation of our craft and culture.
Driven by Excellence: We deliver world-class results by empowering our people and through continuous improvement.
Sustainable Growth: We pursue ambitious, responsible growth through innovation and thoughtful action, creating lasting value for our business, people, and planet.
Our team
Behind every fabric, every process, and every innovation are the people who make it possible. Today, we are proud to work as a global team at the forefront of the technical textiles industry.
Sustainability
As industry leaders, we recognise our responsibility in shaping the future of textiles. We are passionate about working sustainably to protect the world we live in, from the raw materials we work with to the energy we use and how we deliver goods to our customers.
Careers at Wilkie
From design, engineering and production to sales and supply chain, our doors are open to individuals who are excited to help shape the future of textile innovation.
Start your project today
Ready to start your next project, or explore what’s possible with Wilkie? Our dedicated team of experts are here to help. Get in touch today to discuss your requirements.
